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Visible projects campaign to shape Tinubu’s 2027 election strategy

May 7, 2026

A visible projects campaign is expected to play a central role in President Bola Tinubu’s re-election strategy ahead of the 2027 general elections, according to reports outlining plans by members of the presidential communication team. The approach focuses on showcasing completed and ongoing infrastructure projects across the country rather than relying primarily on conventional political […]

PDP factions clash as Wike, Makinde camps deepen internal crisis

May 7, 2026

The Peoples Democratic Party is facing renewed turmoil as PDP factions clash over control of the party structure ahead of the 2027 general elections. The latest confrontation involves camps aligned with Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, with both sides exchanging accusations and threats over leadership legitimacy, party convention […]

Ogun deputy gov picks APC nomination form, eyes Senate seat

May 6, 2026

Ogun State Deputy Governor Noimot Salako-Oyedele has picked the APC nomination form to contest the Ogun West Senatorial seat ahead of the 2027 general elections. The move formally confirms her intention to join the race under the All Progressives Congress. Her decision to obtain the APC nomination form places her among early contenders positioning within […]

Makinde Backed PDP slams Wike over controversial media remarks

May 6, 2026

The Makinde Backed PDP has criticised recent remarks made by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, describing them as inappropriate and damaging to public discourse. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Makinde Backed PDP condemned the comments made during a media engagement, stating that they reflected poorly on leadership conduct within […]

Babachir Lawal’s interview: Peter Obi’s heart was never in ADC, says former SGF

May 6, 2026

Babachir Lawal’s interview has brought renewed attention to internal dynamics within the African Democratic Congress (ADC), following comments that Peter Obi’s heart was never fully committed to the party. The former Secretary to the Government of the Federation stated during a Prime Time interview on Arise Television, that Obi’s participation in the ADC coalition did […]

2027: Wike Settle for George-Kelly Chinda as APC, PDP aspirants emerge

May 6, 2026

2027: “Wike Settle for George-Kelly, Chinda as APC & PDP aspirants” has become a notable development in Rivers State politics ahead of the 2027 general elections. Reports indicate that political allies of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, are aligning behind specific governorship aspirants across major political platforms. Political activities in Rivers […]

Akpabio says ADC is dead amid defections in National Assembly

May 5, 2026

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has said the African Democratic Congress is effectively “dead” following a wave of ADC defections in the National Assembly. The remark was made during plenary on Tuesday after several lawmakers formally announced their movement to other political parties. Akpabio’s comments come amid increasing ADC defections, which have reshaped party alignments within […]

NNPP adopts consensus as party pardons expelled members ahead of 2027

May 5, 2026

The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has announced that it will adopt consensus in selecting candidates for the 2027 general elections while also pardoning previously expelled members, a move aimed at strengthening internal unity. Party leaders said the decision to NNPP adopts consensus reflects efforts to stabilise the party structure and improve coordination ahead of […]

2027 election: Join NDC now or face blame for opposition failure, Galadima warns Atiku

May 5, 2026

Join NDC now or face blame for opposition failure, Galadima warns Atiku, as political tensions intensify within Nigeria’s opposition bloc ahead of the 2027 general elections. Buba Galadima issued the warning while urging opposition leaders to consolidate under a unified platform. He stated that concerns around opposition failure are becoming more urgent as fragmented political […]

Peter Obi ignored ADC Policies while pursuing 2027 ticket, Abdullahi alleges

May 5, 2026

Peter Obi ignored ADC Policies during his involvement with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) while focusing on securing the 2027 presidential ticket, according to the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi. He alleged that Peter Obi ignored Policies at a time when the party was developing its manifesto and internal structures ahead of the 2027 […]